Kanawha County Schools announced on April 1 that registration is now open for the Third Base Afterschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year. The program, which serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade, offers supervised care and activities at various elementary schools across Kanawha County.
The initiative is intended to provide families with a safe and structured environment for children after school hours. The Third Base program will begin on August 19, 2026, and is managed by experienced staff from Kanawha County Schools.
Third Base will operate at multiple locations including Alban Elementary, Bridgeview Elementary (which also serves Dunbar Primary, Dunbar Intermediate, and Richmond Elementary), Central Elementary (also serving Andrews Heights, Anne Bailey, and Lakewood), among others. If a student’s designated site is not their home school, transportation will be provided by the district.
Enrollment operates on a first come, first served basis depending on site availability. Families can download enrollment packets from the Kanawha County Schools Community Education Program website or contact the KCSCEP office directly. Weekly rates are $70 for one child, $100 for two children, and $125 for three children per family; there is also a $10 family registration fee due on the first day of attendance. Financial assistance may be available through West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services CONNECT program if families have valid coverage certificates.
Kanawha County Schools promotes student achievements in art, music and forensic investigations while fostering community connections according to the official website. The district aims to deliver comprehensive public education from preschool to grade twelve with an emphasis on innovative learning methods as reported by its official website. Innovative systems such as house point programs are used to enhance student pride and leadership within schools according to information from its official website.
The educational services offered by Kanawha County Schools extend throughout Kanawha County in West Virginia as described by its official website. Community partnerships include projects like nature trail maintenance along with collaborations involving professional educators according to details found on its official website. Additional programming includes career training opportunities, honors courses and leadership development through Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) as outlined by its official website.
Families interested in more information about Third Base or other educational offerings can visit the Kanawha County Schools Community Education Program online or contact their office.
